ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA) and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

powerful intel processor

robust security features

high-quality display

fast charging support

limited graphics performance

higher price point

average speaker quality

noisy under load

ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

high refresh rate display

solid gaming performance

durable build quality

good thermal management

heavyweight design

average battery life

noisy under load

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA) and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
81 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
83 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
71 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.34 cm x 22.31 cm x 1.8 cm 35.5 cm x 25.2 cm x 2.68 cm
Weight 1.27 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy -
Colour Star black Sandstorm
DISPLAY ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 16" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
Features Anti-glare, WideView, IPS-level, 85% screen-to-body ratio 3 ms response rate, 90% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
CPU Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1360P / 2.2 GHz AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS / 4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 5.2 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 8-core
Cache 18 MB 16 MB
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 40 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon RX 7600S / AMD Radeon 780M
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) AMD Smart Shift Technology
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello -
Sound Speakers, array microphone Dual speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Input: AI noise cancelling Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 63 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Type Keyboard, touchpad, NumberPad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (white)
Features Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance Chiclet keyboard, 1.7mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft 365 (1 month trial) Armoury Crate, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MIL-STD-810H tested, Cortana support MIL-STD-810H tested, Arc Flow Fans
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return -
Model Number KIi715X N4036W
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